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Black Crows Nocta vs Anima

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LilGing
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I'm just curious as to which ski is better for ski touring, the Black Crows Nocta or Anima. I understand that the Nocta are softer and the Anima are stiffer just don't know which will be better for what. I am 5' 7" and 145 lbs and would consider myself as an advanced skier. Along with which one is better I was curious which lenght I should go with then, the 176.6-177.6cm or 182.1-185.5cm. My current skis are 172cm
Oct 18 2023 11:50PM
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Non_State_Actor
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LilGingI'm just curious as to which ski is better for ski touring, the Black Crows Nocta or Anima. I understand that the Nocta are softer and the Anima are stiffer just don't know which will be better for what. I am 5' 7" and 145 lbs and would consider myself as an advanced skier. Along with which one is better I was curious which lenght I should go with then, the 176.6-177.6cm or 182.1-185.5cm. My current skis are 172cm


I'm a similar size, maybe an inch taller and rode the 185cm Noctas for a couple seasons. It's really fun but if I were to do it over or tour on it I'd probably go with the 177. It's surprisingly good in adverse conditions and an absolute blast in super slushy spring conditions.
Oct 19 2023 1:37AM
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thatsG
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The 2024 nocta has some camber now + a lighter ski than the Anima. Would go with 24' notca if you're touring.
Oct 21 2023 1:10AM
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